​Intro:Quote: " Always assume that your opponent is going to be bigger, stronger and faster than you; so that you learn to rely on technique, timing and leverage rather than brute strength” GM Helio Gracie

Interview

Phil MigliareseIn this episode Marty interviews Phil “Jiu-Jitsu Matrix” Migliarese . Phil is an accomplished martial artist with over 30 years experience. He is a 5th degree Relson Gracie black belt and a Gracie Worlds and Nationals champion. He is the originator of the very popular Yoga For Fighters program and DVD. He is the founder of Jiu-Jitsu Share Online Community, Jiu-JitsuMatrix, (a video newsletter and online learning community) and one of the co-founders/co-owners of Matrix Fights Promotion Company. He and his brother, Ricardo, own and operate Balance Studios in Philadelphia, PA. During the interview Phil discusses the early days of training, including his trips to the Gracie Academy, Brazil, and Hawaii; the car accident that had such a profound impact on his life; his match with Renato Babalo Sabral; time with Helio Gracie, time with Steve Maxwell; and his relationship with Relson, etc.